Who Is Lindsay Schweitzer, Eric Stonestreet’s Wife?
Lindsay Schweitzer (often misspelled as “Schwei…” in casual references, but correctly Schweitzer) is the wife of actor Eric Stonestreet, best known for his Emmy-winning role as Cameron Tucker on the sitcom Modern Family. The couple married on September 9, 2025, in an intimate ceremony at their dream home in Kansas City, Missouri—coinciding with Stonestreet’s 54th birthday. Stonestreet announced the news on Instagram, sharing photos of the event and captioning them, “It’s my birthday and guess what I got… I got married!” Schweitzer, 46, wore a elegant white satin gown with crystal detailing, while Stonestreet opted for a navy blazer and blue tie. The wedding was a low-key affair, blending into a housewarming for their newly built 78-acre property, and received congratulations from celebrities like Stonestreet’s Modern Family co-star Jesse Tyler Ferguson, who jokingly called it “of all second marriages, this one is my favorite!”
Background and Career
Schweitzer is a pediatric nurse based in Kansas City, where she works at Children’s Mercy Hospital. Her profession highlights her compassionate nature, which played a role in how she met Stonestreet. She is eight years younger than her husband and maintains a relatively private life away from the Hollywood spotlight, focusing on her family and career. Schweitzer also has twin sons (born around 2013, making them about 12 years old as of 2025) from a previous relationship, whom Stonestreet has embraced as his own. He has often spoken fondly of their bond, noting how the boys helped plan his proposal and even advised him on hosting the reality show Domino Masters in 2022, as they were fans of domino-building videos on YouTube.
How They Met and Their Relationship Timeline
- Meeting (June 2016): Stonestreet and Schweitzer first crossed paths at the Big Slick charity event in Kansas City, a celebrity fundraiser for Children’s Mercy Hospital co-hosted by Stonestreet with actors like Paul Rudd, Jason Sudeikis, Rob Riggle, and David Koechner. As a nurse at the hospital, Schweitzer was caring for a non-verbal patient whom Stonestreet bonded with during a visit. Impressed by his genuine interaction—”it was pretty awesome,” she later said—Stonestreet followed up by DMing her on social media to ask about the child, sparking their connection.
- Dating (2016–2021): The couple went public in August 2017 when People magazine reported they were dating. Despite Stonestreet’s busy Hollywood schedule, they built a strong relationship, with him frequently traveling between Los Angeles and Kansas City. By 2020, Stonestreet relocated to the Midwest to be closer to her, and they began building their dream home together on a sprawling property. He has credited the home-building process with strengthening their partnership, saying it proved they were “great together” through compromises and challenges.
- Engagement (August 2021): Stonestreet proposed in a surprise setup that played on his prankster reputation. He tricked Schweitzer into thinking they were filming a social media brand partnership video (ensuring she did her hair and makeup), with hidden cameras rolling. Midway through, he dropped to one knee, and her twin sons even participated by delivering lines. Stonestreet shared the moment on Instagram, writing about how she was “beyond anything I could have ever dreamed of.”
- Marriage (September 2025): After a four-year engagement, they wed just days after Schweitzer’s own birthday on September 7. The timing was poetic, as both share birthdays in early September. Stonestreet has described her as “the best gift ever” and emphasized their shared life in Kansas City post-Modern Family. The union also drew attention for debunking rumors about Stonestreet’s sexuality—despite his character’s gay role on the show, he has always identified as straight.
Family Life and Public Moments
Stonestreet and Schweitzer have kept much of their personal life private, but he occasionally shares glimpses on social media, like family outings or her influence on his decisions. They now form a blended family of four, living in their custom-built home where they plan to host more events. Stonestreet has praised Schweitzer’s role in his life, noting how she and her sons have become integral to his “modern family” off-screen. As of September 10, 2025, the newlyweds are settling into married life, with Stonestreet continuing his acting career (including recent roles in projects like Dexter: Resurrection).